Showing posts with label Animal technician. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Animal technician. Show all posts

Friday, June 21, 2019

Head of Field Programmes – Conservation


Head of Field Programmes – Conservation

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust



We are seeking a highly motivated individual to lead the global development, implementation and management of Durrell’s mission through its Field Programmes with the primary goal of enabling the delivery of Durrell’s headline conservation goals set out in the organisation’s 2017-2025 ‘Rewild our World’ Conservation Strategy.
  
How to apply


To apply for this position please visit our website, http://wildlife.durrell.org/home/work-at-durrell/head-of-field-programmes/ and send your completed application form and CV with cover letter to recruitment@durrell.org, clearly indicating for which position you wish to apply for.









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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Thursday, June 20, 2019

Senior Penguin Keeper




Senior Penguin Keeper

Sydney, NSW, Australia

Are you passionate about conservation and creating incredible guest experiences for our multitude of visitors?  Do you want to be an integral part of our dedicated team of penguin Keepers, working in our multi-faceted Sub -Antarctic Penguin Exhibit, housing a waddle of King and a raft of Gentoo penguins?  This state of the art exhibit features many world first components. If interested, we have a fintastic opportunity for you to join our dynamic Curatorial team as Senior Penguin Keeper.

About the Role:

The Senior Penguin Keeper is responsible for assisting the Penguin Supervisor in the effective daily management of the Sub Antarctic Penguin collection and ensuring best practise animal husbandry for the animals under the teams care. This includes acquisition, quarantine and daily care, in addition to conducting internal /external research, monitoring activities, and implementing Public talks, presentations, and guest interactions. You will maintain consistently high standards of displays presentation throughout all public and behind scenes areas of displays and be fully versed in the exhibit’s life support systems operation.


To learn more or apply please click HERE    






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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Trainee Animal Care Assistant


Trainee Animal Care Assistant

Gweek, CORNWALL, United Kingdom

We are the Cornish Seal Sanctuary and we are part of the SEA LIFE Trust!

Right now, we are on the lookout for a Trainee Animal Care Assistant to support with the daily management of our resident and rescue animals, ensuring consistently high standards of animal care and husbandry.

About the role

You will assist in the daily husbandry and enrichment training programmes of the resident animals and will be responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance of the resident enclosures and their surroundings. This will also include the maintenance of all exhibit plant and filtration systems and to maintain daily husbandry records for outdoor pools and exhibits, including animal feeding, behaviour, condition and treatment. Carrying out stock checks of animal foods, disposable items and medication, and reporting findings to the Animal Care Supervisor.

During pup rescue season duties will also include maintaining the seal hospital and its surroundings to the highest possible standards, including cleaning and disinfecting of pools, pens and work areas both on and off view to the public. Assisting with the rescue and release of seal pups as and when required and with any care and husbandry of seal pups in the hospital, ensuring that animals receive proper veterinary treatments, food and supplements, as requested by the Animal Care Supervisor.

This is a Full Time, fixed-term role on a 12 month contract, up until June 2020. As holiday periods are our busiest time this will include doing your fair share of weekends and bank holidays on a roster basis.


For further information and to apply please click HERE









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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Zoo Keeper and Aquarist Apprentice


Zoo Keeper and Aquarist Apprentice

Overview
We’re ZSL, an international conservation charity. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we’re working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction. Through the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists and our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct.

Role Profile
A new and exciting Keeper and Aquarist Apprenticeship within our HUB section at Whipsnade Zoo, working with Flying Birds demonstrations, Children’s Farm, Sealions and Keeper for a Day programme. The Keeper and Aquarist Apprenticeship steered by ZSL has been created in collaboration with the Institute for Apprenticeships, BIAZA and over 25 top UK Zoos. This Apprenticeship will drive the Zoo Keeping profession in the further development of animal experts. The Apprentice will typically spend 24 months on-programme (before the gateway and end point assessment) working towards the occupational standard, with a minimum of 20% off-the-job training.  All apprentices will spend a minimum of 12 months on-programme.  On completion of the Apprenticeship the individual can remain at ZSL as a permanent Zoo Keeper or Aquarist.


For full details and to apply please click HERE









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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Practical Lecturer / Coordinator - Animal Management


Practical Lecturer / Coordinator - Animal Management

Salary: £22,675 - £29,613 per annum

Location: Plumpton, Nr. Lewes BN7 3AE and Netherfield…as required…

At Plumpton College we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and inspiring Animal Management Lecturer to join our largest division. We are very lucky to have an extensive animal collection with a wide range of exotic, small and large animal species at the centre of our animal management provision with students learning from Level 1 to BSc (Hons). We are seeking an outstanding lecturer to deliver effective practical teaching, learning & assessment. You will support Animal Management students to maximise their potential and make positive progress towards their timely success, future study and employment.

The Practical Lecturer / Coordinator will work with the Curriculum team to coordinate the delivery of the practical curriculum and enrichment within the division. This role combines teaching with operational responsibilities within the Animal Management Centre to ensure the delivery of the best possible experience to students.

With a minimum of a Degree qualification in Animal Management or a related subject, the ideal candidate will also possess a minimum Level 3 teaching qualification, or be willing to gain a relevant formal qualification in role. You will be a professional, hardworking and confident team player with a track record of good or outstanding teaching. With a clear passion for your subject, you will be able to inspire and motivate our students. This role requires a willingness to undertake some weekend and bank holiday working.  

As well as a competitive salary, you can also look forward to a great range of benefits including 37 days holiday plus bank holidays (as well as up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas), membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and free on-site parking. We offer excellent teacher training and CPD opportunities to our teaching staff.

With over 3,000 students, excellent resources and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development. At Plumpton College we are Ambitious & Progressive, Enterprising, Professional, Supportive and Passionate about everything we do – if you share these values and would like to be part of our growing team then we’d like to hear from you.

To apply please complete an application form and return it to recruitment@plumpton.ac.uk or send it to: HR Department, Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AE. Tel: 01273 890454.

For further information about the role including job description and application form please visit the vacancies section of our website www.plumpton.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26th June at 9.00am

Interviews will be held: Week commencing 8th July

Animal Management Lecturer / Coordinator to deliver practical teaching & coordinate delivery of the practical Animal Management curriculum.







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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Animal Keeper



Animal Keeper

All Things Wild is a thriving and successful nature centre and family attraction based on the edge of the Cotswolds, situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the country and easily accessible from a number of major cities.                

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Keeper who, in conjunction with the management, can develop and extend the animal collection.
The keepers work 5 days a week including bank holidays and weekends. The successful applicant must have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion for the natural world and conservation. A good eye for detail and high standards for animal husbandry are a must.

Key Responsibilities
·       To ensure the day to day running of the zoo goes smoothly.
·       To ensure the highest standard of animal welfare is being adhered to.
·       To be competent delivering talks and experiences to members of the public. 
·       Handle enquiries from visitors.
·       Working effectively alongside a small team of keepers and volunteers.
·       To ensure records and other relevant documents are kept up to date.

Key skills and requirements

·       Have a minimum of 3 years working with a range of animals within a zoological environment. 
·       DMZAA or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
·       Must have a can-do attitude.
·       Strong verbal communication skills and good customer care skills
·       Confident in delivering animal presentations and talks to our visitors, and educational sessions to school groups.
·       An excellent time keeper.
·       Work well individually and as part of a team.
·       The ability to keep calm in stressful situations.  
·       A full UK driving license is required.

To Apply
Please send your CV and covering letter to Rebecca Harris, Director. All Things Wild Nature Centre, Station Road, Honeybourne, Nr Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7QZ or you can email your application to careers5@allthingswild.co.uk


Closing date – 1st July 2019







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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant